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Lucien Frechette Obituary

Griswold - Lucien Emile Frechette Sr., 64, of Jewett City, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 13, 2014, in Groton.

He was born on Oct. 11, 1949, in Moosup, son of the late Henry Frechette Sr. and Bertha (Poudrette) Frechette. Lucien served admirably in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam War.

He worked arduously for General Dynamics, Electric Boat Division in Groton, for 40 years as a sheet metal mechanic. Lucien enjoyed gardening and was a member of the American Legion.

Lucien is survived by his son, Lucien Frechette Jr. of Brooklyn; daughter, Debra Frechette of Bozrah; brother, Henry Frechette Jr. of Ballouville; sister, Denise Frechette of Plainfield; and several grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

He was predeceased by his brothers, Louis and Rene Frechette.

Family will receive relatives and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2014, at Leffler Funeral Home, 30 North Main St., Jewett City. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 20, 2014, St. Mary's Church, Jewett City. Interment will be private.

For the online memorial or to write a message of comfort, please visit www.lefflerfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Jun. 16, 2014.

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Robert & Erin Perry

June 19, 2014

So sorry for your loss, Lou was always a gentleman and will be missed by all. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Amy Demicco

June 17, 2014

Sorry for your loss during this difficult time.

Paul Murphy

June 17, 2014

Louie was the best..condolences, prayers and thoughts to his family.

Andy Bisson

June 16, 2014

When I heard the sad news, I was devastated, I worked with Louie for so many years, I got to know him well and knew what a real friend was like. He had so many good qualities. I'm so sorry for his loss and the pain that his family is feeling. My sympathy to his family and all those who knew him. Rest in peace Louie. Andy Bisson

steve collins

June 16, 2014

My deepest sympathy to his family. I loved working with Lou he was a great guy,good friend and he will be missed by many.

steve collins

June 16, 2014

My deepest sympathy to his family. I loved working with Lou he was a great guy,good friend and he will be missed by many.

Jean and Douglas Glode

June 16, 2014

Please know we are thinking of you in this terrible time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Jim Schiessl

June 16, 2014

My condolences to the family. Louie was a great guy.

Brian Chesna

June 16, 2014

Louie was a great man and co-worker to be/work with for parts of the past 5 decades who will never be forgotten.....

richard palazzo

June 16, 2014

i worked with Lou at eb for the last 26 years. he was a great guy and a wonderful person. may he rest in peace.

Charlie Green

June 16, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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19

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Griswold Funeral Home & Crematory - Jewett City

30 North Main Street, Jewett City, CT 06351

Jun

20

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Mary's Church

Jewett City., CT

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30 North Main Street, Jewett City, CT 06351

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